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Has streaming officially ruined movie night, or does the big screen still reign supreme? Hosted by Tosin Ajayi—alongside co-hosts Shaun Harris and Sharon Bollen on the Isle of Wight, and Holly Nessling in London—we pit the latest theatrical releases against our top home-streaming watches every week to decide which one actually earned our time.

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  • April 27 · 39 min

    317. Lee Cronin's The Mummy VS Eagles Over London; Akira 40 year anniversary VS Captive Audience

    Big stream or big screen? This week, Tosin Ajayi and Shaun Harris fly solo as Sharon enjoys a getaway in Dorset and Holly explores the culture of London. The duo settles in to decide if your hard-earned money is better spent at the cinema or in the comfort of your own home. Lee Cronin’s The Mummy: Tosin dives into this Blumhouse production, which swaps desert adventures for a harrowing psychological horror story in Cairo and New Mexico. While praising the performances of Jack Reynor and the child actors, Tosin finds the film’s two-hour runtime a bit bloated. Rating: 3/5 Stars 40th Anniversary Re-release of Akira: Shaun witnesses the legendary 1988 anime on the big screen for the first time. He finds the first hour of neo-Tokyo biker gang warfare and military experimentation gripping, though he admits the final act gets a bit "slow and weird." Rating: 3/5 Stars Eagles Over London (Amazon Prime): Shaun revisits this 1969 "Macaroni War" film (the Italian war movie equivalent of a Spaghetti Western). He enjoys the D-Day sabotage plot and the classic 1960s use of split-screen, despite the technically inaccurate period equipment. Rating: 3/5 Stars Captive Audience (BBC iPlayer): Tosin explores this three-part true-crime documentary about the 1972 disappearance and miraculous return of Steven Stayner. While the first two episodes are riveting, Tosin feels the final installment falls into the trap of sensationalism. Rating: 3/5 Stars With every review landing a solid average, Tosin and Shaun declare this week a dead tie between the cinema and the streaming platforms. Next Week: The team prepares for the highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic! Join the Conversation!Think we’re crazy for giving Akira only three stars? Let us know on Instagram (@netflixvscinemapod), TikTok (@netflixvscinema), or Facebook and YouTube @NetflixvsCinema. The Big Screen: A Tale of Two GenresThe Big Stream: Documentaries and "Macaroni" WesternsThis Week's Verdict: A Dead Heat

  • April 20 · 39 min

    The Super Mario Galaxy Movie VS Nightmare City; Thrash

    Is it the big screen or the big stream? This week on the podcast, the crew battles through a dry spell at the cinema to help you decide if you should spend your money at the theater or stay entertained on your sofa for less than the price of a ticket. Before diving into the reviews, the team gets personal. Host Tosin Ajayi, based in Bromsgrove, is joined by Shaun Harris (nicknamed Bugman) and Sharon Bollen from the Isle of Wight, along with London correspondent Holly Nessling. The conversation dives into the origins of their various nicknames: Tosin reveals that friends from Nigeria used to call him "T.C." for "Top Cat," but he hates being called "Tossing." Shaun discusses his many monikers, including "Harry" and "Chopper Harris." Sharon drops a bombshell: her first name is actually Sarah, but she hasn't used it since a brief, "weird" period in her early 20s because her parents thought she looked more like a "Holly" (her middle name) when she was born. Tosin takes one for the team to represent the cinema this week, but he isn't pulling any punches. The Verdict: A "corporate cardboard" travesty that earns a measly 1.5 stars. The Critique: Despite the success of the first film, Tosin argues this sequel goes backward with a jumbled plot that feels like a series of disconnected video game references. The Highlight: The only joy comes from brief snippets of original game music, though they are quickly forgotten. Who is it for?: Parents who need 90 minutes of "bright things" to distract their kids while they take a nap. With the cinema offering little else, the team turns to the digital world: Nightmare City (Amazon Prime): Shaun revisits this 1980 Italian cult classic, noted by Quentin Tarantino as an inspiration for Planet Terror. Featuring "infected" people who run and use tools rather than traditional zombies, the film is praised for its story despite "ropey" effects and bad dubbing. It earns a solid 3 stars. Thrash (Netflix): Sharon and Holly dive into their shared love for shark movies. Set in Florida during a Category 5 hurricane, the film features bull sharks, a Great White named Nelly, and a meat-packing truck spill that turns the floodwaters into "chum." It’s described as "not good, but enjoyable," landing at 2.75 stars. Between a disappointing Mario sequel and a lack of other new theatrical releases, Netflix and Friends take the crown this week. Join the Conversation!Do you actually think The Super Mario Galaxy Movie was good? We want to hear from you in good faith! Find us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook at @NetflixvsCinema.

  • April 13 · 1 hr 2 min

    Splitsville VS Pretty Lethal; undertone VS Inside Man; The Drama VS Last One Laughing 2

    Happy Easter from the NVC crew! After a two-week break, host Tosin is back with Shaun Harris and Holly Nessling to dissect a mountain of new releases. From "food porn" gastro-dramas to chaotic ballet slashers, we’re helping you decide where to spend your post-holiday cash. On the Big Screen The cinema picks this week range from star-studded dramas to "marmite" sci-fi: Spiltsville undertone The Drama: Zendaya and Robert Pattinson star in this buzzing A24 flick. The crew dives into the "star power" dynamic and debates whether the central conflict is a high-stakes dilemma or just "rich people problems." The Mario Galaxy Movie: Tosin takes the kids to a free screening and... let's just say he’s not a fan. We discuss why this billion-dollar hit might be "worse than the first." On the Stream Last One Laughing Season 2 (Amazon Prime): Shaun breaks down the latest battle of the comedians. We talk about Bob Mortimer’s masterful return and why Diane Morgan is the queen of the "deadpan." Inside Man (BBC/Streaming): Holly reviews the Stanley Tucci and David Tennant thriller. Is it a masterclass in tension or just too much "madness"? Pretty Lethal: A "madcap" ballet-dancer-meets-Hungarian-gangster movie. Think John Wick with point shoes and razor blades. The Verdict In a decisive win for the home viewers, Streaming takes the week with an average score of 3.6 compared to the 3.1 of the big screen. Enjoying the show? Join the conversation on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube @NetflixVsCinema! Is Netflix killing cinemas? Each week we weigh up what we've seen in cinemas with what we've watched online at home and figure out which provided the best time. At least, we did before COVID jumped in and declared Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney + and friends the winner. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/netflix-vs-cinema/id1448277363 Listen and subscribe on Youtube Music https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8xPMfsDQIDjM70v1Tah6BiKV4E3UQbaK Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6beXVeSImcgHLsPB22BgE3?si=wdoNI6E0SNqNfoqg4qnw4Q Support Netflix vs Cinema by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/netflixvscinema Find out more at https://netflixvscinema.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

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